HR Administrator 

Location: Detroit, MI
Schedule: Fully Onsite, Monday – Friday
Shift Options: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, or 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Pay Rate: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire

About the Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys supporting employees, building relationships, and learning all facets of Human Resources. The ideal candidate will bring a positive attitude, strong communication skills, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.

What You'll Do

As an HR Administrator, you will support both the administrative and operational functions of the Human Resources team while serving as a key resource for employees and managers.

HR Administration & Employee Support

• Serve as a first point of contact for employee HR-related questions and inquiries.
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure compliance with HR policies and procedures.
• Assist with onboarding activities, orientation scheduling, and new hire documentation.
• Support employee status changes, benefits administration, and leave management processes.
• Coordinate HR communications and employee engagement initiatives.

Employee Relations & Culture

• Provide exceptional customer service to employees and leadership.
• Support employee relations matters by assisting with investigations, documentation, and policy interpretation.
• Assist with employee recognition, wellness, engagement, and team-building programs.
• Help foster a positive workplace culture and employee experience.

Talent Acquisition & Development

• Assist with recruiting activities, interview scheduling, and candidate communications.
• Coordinate onboarding and training programs for new hires.
• Support learning and development initiatives and compliance training programs.

HR Reporting & Compliance

• Prepare and maintain HR reports, metrics, and tracking spreadsheets.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, employment laws, and HR best practices.
• Assist with audits, documentation reviews, and recordkeeping requirements.
• Support compensation, payroll, and benefits-related processes as needed.

Qualifications

Required

• 1-2 years of experience in Human Resources, Administrative Support, Customer Service, or a related field.
• Strong customer service mindset with a positive, professional attitude.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information professionally.
• Strong willingness to learn and grow within Human Resources.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Previous HR experience supporting employee relations, onboarding, benefits, or recruitment.
• Experience with HRIS platforms such as SAP SuccessFactors, Workday, ADP, or similar systems.
• Knowledge of labor relations or union environments.
• SHRM-CP, PHR, or other HR certifications.
• Multilingual skills are a plus.